For the girls who dream of machines — A guide to steampunk fashion

The Story of Steampunk Fashion

A shadow walked down the foggy, stone-paved street, making a hard, clanging sound. The sound of metal and leather rustling, and the faint grinding of gears. She was the poster child for steampunk.

In the distance, the white smoke of a steam engine disappears into the night sky, and the faint glow of a gas lamp casts long shadows. Her top hat is fitted with ticking gears and intricately crafted goggles.

The bronze frame glittered in the moonlight, and its gaze seemed to stare into both the future and the past at the same time.

She is dressed in a unique outfit that combines Victorian elegance with the breath of mechanical civilization.

Her bustle skirt swayed gracefully, and the corset around her waist was intricately embroidered. A pocket watch and small tools were stored in a leather pouch. A mechanical prosthetic hand made by an unnamed inventor replaced her right arm, and the gears turned silently with every slight movement of her fingertips.

She heads to a secret ladies' and gentlemen's club where fellow steampunk attire congregates: ladies with elaborate lace gloves and feathered headpieces sporting necklaces adorned with gears and keys.

Beautiful women dressed as men stand there with gauntlets and tools on their belts, playing mechanical chess with silent gentlemen. It's a salon in another world where fantasy and wisdom from across the ages intersect.

She pushes open the heavy door of the club. The room is filled with the soft light of gas lamps, and a steam-powered typewriter hums faintly in front of a shelf lined with leather-bound antique books. Everyone is clad in the legacy of the past, dreaming of a future yet to be seen.

Steampunk fashion is not just clothing. It is an expression of a worldview, the armor of those who live in another history where the Industrial Revolution and fantasy intersect. Leather and metal, delicate lace and rugged gears. The contrasting elements are beautifully harmonized, inviting the wearer into the dream world of the 19th century.

They know that steampunk is not just a style of clothing, but a timeless adventure.

How to get started in steampunk fashion

To step into the world of steampunk, first gather the basic items.

Victorian style high waist long skirt

The design cinches the waist, creating a classic silhouette.


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• Steampunk Brown Overall Skirt

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  The lace-up details are perfect for Victorian-inspired steampunk fashion.

  Pair it with a lace-up blouse and coordinate with mechanical accessories to complete your steampunk girl look.

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Coordination points:

Combining a corset vest with a bustle skirt will complete an elegant steampunk style. For a more sophisticated look, pair it with a frilled or lace blouse and add some gear-motif accessories.

steampunk Steampunk brown short sleeve jacket

• This embellished military-inspired jacket gives off an adventurous vibe.

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1. Lace-up V-neck blouse

This blouse features lantern sleeves reminiscent of the Victorian era and a V-neck lace-up design. It is an elegant piece that incorporates the worldview of steampunk.

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Brown Lolita-style setup

Characteristics : A fusion of classical lolita and steampunk. A pretty design with frills and ribbons, and a calm brown color that creates an adventurer-like atmosphere.
Coordination suggestion : Add a hat and goggles for a fantasy princess look.

Asymmetrical hem Victorian dress and panniers

A dress with an asymmetrical hem and a Victorian design. It comes with a pannier, giving it a voluminous silhouette. Pair it with a corset and boots for a more authentic steampunk look.

Pirate-style blouse (men's version available)

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A blouse inspired by pirates from the Age of Discovery. It features a loose silhouette and antique-style buttons, and is a design that can be worn by both men and women. Combine it with a vest and corset for an adventurer-style outfit.

Accessories & Gadgets

• Gear motif pendants, key and clock charms

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• Lace or leather gloves and arm warmers

• Mechanical ear cuffs, earrings and brooches

• Pocket watch, antique book-style clutch bag

Footwear

• Lace-up boots or Victorian-style heels

• Combine with frilly socks or tights for a fun look for your feet.

Build a worldview with Grimoire's steampunk items

Grimoire has a lineup that satisfies both steampunk beginners and advanced users. For example, by combining a corset vest that cinches your waist tightly with an asymmetrical skirt with gear embroidery, you can instantly transform into a 19th century inventor or aristocrat's daughter.

By paying attention to details such as feathered mini hats, gear earrings, and pocket watch pendants, the collection is not just fashionable but also a story.

In addition, Grimoire's steampunk series uses art and narrative product photos and descriptions to serve as a gateway to another world rather than simply introducing the products.

The rest of the story is up to you

Steampunk fashion is a comprehensive art form that freely weaves together elements from various worlds, such as fantasy, history, and future technology. By coordinating your outfits in a creative way, you can create your own character and story, and experience the feeling of being the protagonist of a story.

Lace and leather, machinery and fantasy, history and the future.

The true essence of steampunk fashion lies in bringing together these seemingly contradictory elements in a beautiful and unique way.

So, open the door to Grimoire. You too will surely find another history that no one knows about.